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Ballack Vows to Make Germany Return

Ballack Vows to Make Germany Return

GERMANY captain Michael Ballack insists his international career is not over, despite being forced to miss the World Cup due to injury. 19 May 2010
Harry Keeps It Roos-Light

Harry Keeps It Roos-Light

SOCCEROO star Harry Kewell was restricted to light training duties as Australia's training camp ahead of the World Cup officially got underway tonight at AAMI Park in Melbourne. 19 May 2010
Kiwis Better Than 1982 WC Side

Kiwis Better Than 1982 WC Side

RORY Fallon's father, Kevin, was assistant coach when the All Whites last played at a World Cup in 1982, but the New Zealand striker believes his team-mates are a superior side. 19 May 2010
Tommy: I've Got Nothing To Lose

Tommy: I've Got Nothing To Lose

AS HE prepares for the most important week of his life, Tommy Oar says he has nothing to lose in his bid to win a spot in the Socceroos' final 23-man squad for the World Cup. 19 May 2010
Carney: Germany Will Miss Ballack

Carney: Germany Will Miss Ballack

SOCCEROO David Carney believes Germany can cover the absence of Michael Ballack the player at the World Cup - but their biggest challenge will be replacing Michael Ballack the captain. 19 May 2010
Herbert to Pick Strong Line-Up

Herbert to Pick Strong Line-Up

KIWI coach Ricki Herbert has indicated New Zealand will field their strongest possible line-up for the World Cup warm-up against Australia. 19 May 2010
Walcott Out to Banish Memories of 2006

Walcott Out to Banish Memories of 2006

THEO Walcott is determined to show he has grown up from the "baby-faced kid" who went to the last World Cup for the ride. 19 May 2010
Socceroos 'To Win Farewell'

Socceroos 'To Win Farewell'

THE Socceroos are hot favourites to enjoy a winning send off when they entertain rivals New Zealand in Melbourne on Monday night. 19 May 2010
Cahill Happy To Take The Strain

Cahill Happy To Take The Strain

TIM Cahill says he will relish the extra responsibility that comes with being Australia's number one man at the upcoming World Cup in South Africa. 19 May 2010
Socceroos Breakfast Pic Special

Socceroos Breakfast Pic Special

The Socceroos were given a warm welcome on a cold morning in Melbourne today. And last night Tim Cahill gave his best James Bond impersonation at the Tim Cahill Cancer Fund For Children Gala Dinner in Sydney. Pics by Getty Images. 19 May 2010
Nike World Cup TVC Teaser

Nike World Cup TVC Teaser

Here's the first of our daily teasers counting down to the launch of the epic new Nike ad this weekend around the UEFA Champions League final 19 May 2010
Cahill 'Couldn't Be Any Happier'

Cahill 'Couldn't Be Any Happier'

SOCCEROOS midfielder Tim Cahill described signing a new long-term contract with Everton as "a massive moment in my career". 19 May 2010
Lippi Feels for Axed Grosso

Lippi Feels for Axed Grosso

ITALY coach Marcello Lippi expressed his sadness after cutting Fabio Grosso from his provisional World Cup squad today. 19 May 2010
Lippi Trims Azzurri Squad

Lippi Trims Azzurri Squad

JUVENTUS defender Fabio Grosso and Udinese midfielder Antonio Candreva have been cut from the Italy squad for the World Cup as coach Marcello Lippi reduced his 30-man provisional group to 28. 19 May 2010
Luke: From Russia With Love

Luke: From Russia With Love

EXCLUSIVE: Dynamo Moscow's Luke Wilkshire spoke candidly to au.foufourtwo.com about moving to Russia, Socceroo squad selections and the AFL’s reticence to support Australia’s World Cup bid. 19 May 2010
Cahill Sticks With Toffees 'For Life'

Cahill Sticks With Toffees 'For Life'

SOCCEROOS midfielder Tim Cahill has signed a new contract which will keep him at Everton for the next four years despite possible big money interest from elsewhere after the World Cup. 18 May 2010